Wilderness property guide

Wilderness at a glance

At the foothills of the Outeniqua Mountains lies the beautiful Wilderness, a stretch of the Garden Route that stands out as one of the most picturesque places in the country.

With a reputation for its natural bounty of rivers, lakes, and intrinsic peace and tranquility, Wilderness is the ideal spot for seaside holidays - first established by a little stone farmhouse that served as a seaside boarding house in the late 1800s. That tradition of hospitality has since grown and rooted itself in the town where a sense of community and welcoming residents adds to the allure of the town.

The town lies just outside George, between the Kaaimans River in the west and Goukamma Nature Reserve in the east. The town is renowned for its vast stretches of beach, its peace and tranquility, and the absence of windswept headlands and wild, stormy seas often associated with this part of the country. 

Not only does the town boast impeccable beaches, but it also overlooks the Serpentine lagoon which meanders between the Touw River, Island Lake, and Rondevlei. This is a favourite for local waterskiers! Other activities include hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, hang- and paragliding, angling, boating and so much more! Its ideal location also lends itself to incredible dolphin and whale watching opportunities.